Bakery Production Specialist - Sourdough & Fresh Breads

Alameda Baking Company; United States; On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k)

Paid time off

Commuter benefits

Free coffee or espresso

Job summary

Firebrand Artisan Breads is hiring a Bread Production Associate for a full-time, on-site role in Alameda, CA. This hands-on production position involves scaling, mixing, shaping, and baking sourdoughs, baguettes, and loaves to a tight schedule.

Training is provided and no bakery experience is required. You’ll measure ingredients, monitor fermentation, operate mixers and ovens, keep the station clean per health standards, and assist with end-of-shift cleanup.

Qualifications

• Basic math and unit conversions (lb to oz, g to kg).
• Valid California Food Handler's Card or ability to obtain one.
• Willingness to learn and follow detailed instructions.
• Strong work ethic and a team-first attitude.
• Nice to have: high school diploma or equivalent; bakery or food production experience; bilingual English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Scale, mix, shape, and bake breads per recipe and schedule.
• Weigh ingredients accurately and perform basic unit conversions.
• Monitor fermentation and proofing with the team.
• Operate mixers, dividers, ovens, and proofers safely.
• Keep workstations clean and sanitized to health standards.
• Help cool, slice, and store finished bread products.
• Communicate with team via in-person and Slack; assist with end-of-shift cleanup.

Skills

Basic math

Unit conversions

Food handler's card

Willingness to learn

Team player

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Firebrand Artisan Breads is hiring a Bread Production Associate for a full-time, on-site role in Alameda, CA. This hands-on production position involves scaling, mixing, shaping, and baking sourdoughs, baguettes, and loaves to a tight schedule.

Training is provided and no bakery experience is required. You’ll measure ingredients, monitor fermentation, operate mixers and ovens, keep the station clean per health standards, and assist with end-of-shift cleanup.